(Walt Disney Studios, 1946) Original concept painting by Mary Blair for Song of the South, depicting Br'er Rabbit moments after escaping from the custody of Br'er Bear and Br'er Fox, whom both are shown in wide-mouthed surprise as Br'er Rabbit happily alights onto the great bear’s back. Inspired by a classic folktale as told by Joel Chandler Harris in his 'Uncle Remus' stories, Blair brilliantly executes the Southern scene with a gorgeous autumnal color palette of red and orange trees. Accomplished in tempera on 10.75 x 10.25 artist's board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners.
